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Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill

Vacation home near Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville

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1 bedroom, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 81038 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Thompsonville, MI
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountain Ridge Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Legacy Art Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Thompsonville

On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Thompsonville vacation home, you'll find Crystal Mountain and Iron Fish Distillery. Also, Michigan Legacy Art Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Misty Acres Preserve is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Crystal Mountain - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mountain Ridge Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Michigan Legacy Art Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club - 23 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 39 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thistle Pub & Grill @ Crystal Mountain - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iron Fish Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A. Papano's Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rosie's Country Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The 231 Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill

Relax by the River

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You won't find a more peaceful and convenient retreat than this charming riverfront home! This retreat was formerly the owner's dad's cabin and sits on five acres on top of a big hill. There is a boardwalk that leads to Betsie River through a swamp area. Guests can go fishing for salmon and steelhead in the river. The snowmobile trail is only two blocks from the cabin, and Crystal Mountain is about a mile away. Other unique local attractions include Michigan Legacy Art Park, St. Ambrose Cellars, Bottle House Museum, Gravity Hill, Cotton Creek Farms, Crystal Lake Golf, Kresge Auditorium, Caberfae Peaks, and Mt. Holiday.

As you enter this riverfront beauty, you will find a delightful open floor plan with high vaulted ceilings, exposed cedar beams, hardwood flooring, and floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the space with natural light. Spread out comfortably in the welcoming living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and a smart TV with streaming services. When mealtime comes, discover a well-appointed kitchen with all new appliances (fridge, stove, oven, microwave, and a Keurig coffee maker) and painted cabinets. This area opens onto an extensive 15-foot deck with impressive river views. From here, you can easily access a clearing with a firepit surrounded by rocks. Additional perks include a two-person Jacuzzi tub on the main floor, a small gas grill, and a circular driveway, making it easy for snowmobilers to stay here.

Please note that this property does not have A/C.

Things to Know
Streaming services are available with guests' own accounts.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is one active Ring doorbell camera that faces the driveway.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,038 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

114019

Frequently asked questions

How close is Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill to the airport?

This vacation home is 25.7 mi (31-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill to downtown Thompsonville?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Thompsonville.

Reviews

Secluded dog-friendly riverfront home with deck, firepit, fireplace, & grill Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved sitting by the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmond

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Overall this was a beautful property. The home was beautiful and clean. But the listing misrepresented the accessibility down to the river. It was a very steep path with no stairs. We were afraid to go down and not be able to get back up. Also there were very few pictues of the outside of the property. We thought it was five acres which was isolated. But in fact there are close neighbors
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house but neither secluded nor really “riverfront”

The house is nice, a recent reno with comfortable furnishings, big TV and mostly well equipped (could use a kettle for making tea and some reading lamps). It’s also dog friendly and had a dog bed. Our issue was that it was advertised as secluded, on 5 acres and riverfront. We pictured spending our days sitting quietly by the river. It is not secluded, there are neighbors you can see and hear right next door on both sides. Getting down to the river involves a climb down a steep muddy hill with roots for “stairs” and no handrails. Then across a narrow wobbly boardwalk over a swamp, then up and down another small hill. There is no place to sit, not even a bench by the river. No big deal if you are young and able bodied probably, but we asked specifically if the river was accessible for someone with difficulty walking and we were assured it would be. (I noticed the neighbors all had nice wooden staircases with handrails down to the river.) So we could sit on the deck instead, except you can’t really see the river from the deck. However you can hear the constant traffic noise from the busy road 2 houses down - much louder & busier than on my city street. So if you are wanting to stay inside or just use the property as a place to watch TV, prepare meals and sleep, this is a nice place. If you’re hoping to be in an”secluded riverfront up north setting” as we were, you may also be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & Clean!

Very clean & ease of amenities! Kitchen was stocked with necessities. Beds & linens were very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024